IMF Head Looks to Move Women Up in Ranks

The video discusses the demographics of staff, highlighting that 75% are from various countries and 25% are Americans. It emphasizes the importance of gender diversity, noting a shift from 25% to 40% women in management roles. The speaker advocates for merit-based competition in leadership selection, stressing the need for global representation and diversity to strengthen institutions.

What percentage of the World Bank staff are from countries other than the United States?

• 25%

• 50%

• 75%

• 100%

Why is diversity considered important in the World Bank's decision-making process?

• It reduces operational costs.

• It leads to more effective decisions.

• It simplifies recruitment processes.

• It increases the number of male employees.

What was the gender distribution in management roles before efforts to increase female representation?

• 25% women, 75% men

• 50% women, 50% men

• 60% women, 40% men

• 40% women, 60% men

Historically, who has been influential in selecting the World Bank president?

• The United Nations

• The World Health Organization

• The European Union

• The United States administration

What change is anticipated in the selection process for the World Bank president?

• A reduction in the number of candidates

• A shift towards a merit-based competition

• A focus on selecting only European candidates

• An increase in American influence